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Skills

Core Skills
Architecture, administration, and management of operating systems (various Linux distros, Windows, etc.), networking, and virtualization software. Remediation Vulnerability Assessments Risk Management Firewalls Java, C/C++, disassemblers, assembly language, and scripting languages (PHP, Python, Perl, or shell
Power Competencies
Good communications skills to effectively communicate with management and customers; Ability to clearly articulate complex concepts (both written and verbally).; Ability, understanding, and usage of active listening skills  Analytical thinking

Credentials

COMPTIA Network +, Security +, C, Python, C+

Educational Providers

Public and private 2-year and 4-year colleges, universities Bootcamps & technical Centers Certification entities such as COMPTIA, Microsoft, Google, ITIL

Ohio Median Salary

$92,660

A Jr. Cybersecurity Analyst / Security Administrator...

Monitors security measures for the protection of computer networks and information and respond to computer security breaches and viruses. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.

Alternative Titles

Information Security Officer, Information Security Specialist, Information Systems Security Analyst, Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), Information Technology Security Analyst (IT Security Analyst), Information Technology Specialist, Network Security Analyst, Security Analyst, Systems Analyst

Qualifications

You should be: Educated in basic cybersecurity vulnerability and risk assessment tools, programming languages such as Java, C/C++, disassemblers, assembly language, and scripting languages, and firewalls Analytical and inquisitive with a sense of urgency Credentialed with certifications for an entry level cyber position